<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionOverview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. Assists With Care Of The Patient Throughout The Perioperative Experience. Performs Scrub And Related Duties With A Registered Nurse. Is Responsible For The Immediate Sterile Field And Instrumentation. Assists With Preparation, Maintenance And Cleanup Of Supplies And Equipment. Responsible For Sterilization Of Equipment And Instruments When Necessary. Prepares Operating Room For Surgical Procedures. Provides Assistance To Nursing And Anesthesia Staff. Assists With Inventory Management As Well As Equipment Maintenance. Provides Any Supportive Duties That May Be Necessary For The Efficient, Effective, Productive Provision Of Patient Care And Department Flow. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 
<ul>
<li>1. Implements Actions To Maintain A Safe Environment For The Patient To Include But Not Limited To:</li>
<li>2. Positioning</li>
<li>3. ?Time Out?</li>
<li>4. Medication Management</li>
<li>5. Prevention Of Nosocomial Infection </li>
<li>6. Implements Actions To Prevent Patient Injury From: Positioning, Extraneous Objects, Medications, Infection, Chemical/Physical/Electrical Hazards. </li>
<li>7. Demonstrates Knowledge Of All Skills And Principles Necessary In The Role (I.E. Asepsis, Hazmat, Blood Borne Pathogens. </li>
<li>8. Prepares And Organizes Materials Recognizing Special Needs Of Patient, Procedure And/Or Surgeon. </li>
<li>9. Assist In Room Preparation When Required. </li>
<li>10. Checks And Maintains Department Equipment And Supplies. </li>
<li>11. Safely Operates All Equipment According To Manufacturer Specifications. Insures All Necessary Instrumentation And Equipment Are In Working Order. </li>
<li>12. Implements Case Breakdown Procedure Insuring Minimal Downtime Between Cases / Assists In Room Turnover. </li>
<li>13. Demonstrates Clinical And Technical Skills According To Established Standards Of Practice. </li>
<li>14. Meets Performance Expectations For Customer Service, Teamwork, Resource Utilization, And Staff And Self Development As Outlined In Performance Review. </li>
<li>15. Performs Other Duties As Assigned Or Directed To Ensure Smooth Operation Of The Asc. </li>
</ul>
Qualifications EDUCATION High School Diploma Or Equivalent required. Graduate Of Approved School Of Allied Health Or Surgical Technology required. Cpr Certification Required. EXPERIENCE Operating Room Experience Preferred. LICENSURE BLS Required. SPECIAL SKILLS National Certification Required within 18 months of hire. YNHHS Requisition ID 75390]]&gt;

Surgical Technician - Sign-on Bonus $10,000

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job Description
$15,000 Sign-On Bonus or Student Loan Assistant!
MJHS Home Care provides advanced clinical services and emotional support to patients recovering from illness, injury or surgery. With a comprehensive range of services supported by an integrated health system, patients can recover in the familiar surroundings of their home.
Working on-site at a major medical center, the Home Care Planner is responsible for evaluating and establishing a plan of care for patients referred for home health services. The Home Care Planner will facilitate admission of referrals upon discharge from the hospital to a home care program that meets the needs of the patient and family members. As a key member of the business development and marketing team the Home Care Planner develops and maintains positive relationships with physicians, social workers, case managers and discharge planners within the medical center. home care, nursing, RN, homecare, nurse, home care nurse, home care RN
<ul>
<li>Licensed with current Registration to practice as Registered Professional Nurse in NYS is required</li>
<li>Bachelor's Degree preferred</li>
<li>Must have a minimum of two years experience in home care nursing with proficiency in physical assessment and interviewing skills</li>
<li>Must be client-service focused with excellent written and verbal communication skills</li>
<li>Good critical thinking and problem solving skills plus the ability to work independently is essential</li>
</ul>
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Home Care Planner

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAs an LPN on our team as the Isabella Center for Rehabilitation &amp; Nursing Care, you will be responsible for delivering nursing care to resident/patients in our long-term care facility under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Nurse Coordinator and/or RN.
Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Certificate from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program</li>
<li>NYS LPN license required</li>
<li>Good clinical patient care skills</li>
<li>Valid BCLS</li>
</ul>
Benefits Include: 
<ul>
<li>Freedom to be your authentic self</li>
<li>Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx Insurance</li>
<li>Career Growth Opportunities</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>And MORE!</li>
</ul>
Located in the heart of the community, Isabella Center offers unique career experiences. At this 705-bed rehabilitation and nursing care facility, our team provides important support to patients, while in turn enjoying the advancement opportunities that come along with working for an integrated health system.
At MJHS we view diversity as our strength. Where all team members feel respected, valued and free to be their authentic selves. Where we all work together toward a singular goal of delivering patient-centered high-quality care that is equitable, fair, and delivered with compassion and respect. 
[Learn More][1].
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LPN Evening (Part-Time) - $4,500 Sign-On Bonus

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAs an LPN on our team as the Menorah Center for Rehabilitation &amp; Nursing Care, you will be responsible for delivering nursing care to resident/patients in our long-term care facility under the supervision of the Nurse Manager, Nurse Coordinator and/or RN.
Qualifications 
<ul>
<li>Certificate from an accredited Licensed Practical Nurse Program</li>
<li>NYS LPN license required</li>
<li>Good clinical patient care skills</li>
<li>Valid BCLS</li>
</ul>
Benefits Include: 
<ul>
<li>Freedom to be your authentic self</li>
<li>Medical, Dental, Vision, Rx Insurance</li>
<li>Career Growth Opportunities</li>
<li>Tuition Reimbursement</li>
<li>And MORE!</li>
</ul>
Above all else, the Menorah team is here to help its patients and residents. Located on ten beautiful acres in Manhattan Beach, Menorah is an award-winning 436-bed center. Join our diverse team and leadership at the forefront of health care. 
At MJHS we view diversity as our strength. Where all team members feel respected, valued and free to be their authentic selves. Where we all work together toward a singular goal of delivering patient-centered high-quality care that is equitable, fair, and delivered with compassion and respect. 
[Learn More][1].
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<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Manager Nursing position is responsible for 24-hour comprehensive operational responsibility for the delivery and quality of patient care provided in the designated areas(s) of responsibility. This registered nurse position fosters interdepartmental/interprofessional collaboration. The Manager, Nursing position participates in committees, representing unit and Nursing in a positive manner.The position assists with developing and implementing performance initiatives, ensuring optimal patient safety, outcomes and customer satisfaction. This position demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction, initiative, effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communications skills. The manager position responsibilities include managing the daily work activities of the work unit/department staff, ensuring quality, productivity, functional excellence and efficiency while assisting management in accomplishing strategic and operational objectives. In addition, this position provides guidance to staff and is responsible for staffing, budget compliance, contributing to staffing decisions such as hiring and terminating employment, coaching and counseling employees on work related performance, and assisting in the development and implementation of policies and procedures to ensure a safe and effective work environment. This position also implements training, monitoring and operations initiatives that secure compliance with ethical and legal business practices and accreditation/regulatory/ government regulations.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Performs management responsibilities of selection, scheduling, supervision, retention, and evaluation of employees in the department. Provides development and mentoring of staff. Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department turnover. Develops direct reports to perform these same functions.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides fair and consistent leadership and communication to maintain a competent and engaged employee group by conducting regular department meetings to review policies and procedures and operational matters, rounding on all employees, completing performance appraisals, conducting new hire feedback sessions, coaching/corrective counseling, and providing recognition/commendations to achieve desired outcomes. Provides timely guidance and feedback to help others strengthen specific knowledge/skill areas needed to accomplish a task or solve a problem.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Facilitates and promotes effective team dynamics and teambuilding strategies within and between departments; participates and/or leads and facilitates department process improvements as needed.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Meets or exceeds threshold goal for department and/or system metrics on employee engagement indicators: action readiness score, tier level.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Establishes effective, two way communication with staff, demonstrating active listening, requesting and acknowledging feedback, making equitable decisions, providing rationale when appropriate, and supporting organizational goals. Coaches staff to use efficient and effective communication to establish and maintain a team environment, and to include the patient and family as a part of the team regarding their plan of care. Assists staff with stress management practices.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Plans and organizes day-to-day department operations, schedule and activities. Sets priorities and functional standards, giving direction to staff as necessary to ensure the best possible delivery of service and high customer/patient satisfaction.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Drives department service standards and activities to impact department and/or system score for patient/customer-based satisfaction, through role modeling and fostering accountability. Serves and actively participates on various entity committees as a voice for the department.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Serves as role model to staff, reinforcing principles of service orientation and ensuring that the focus is always on improving patient care and/or services, effectively resolve concerns, complaints or conflict with patients, families, physicians and other interprofessional health care team members, taking appropriate action and channeling concerns according to appropriate procedures.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Maintains ongoing interactions with patients, families, physicians, and staff on how to improve patient care and service provided. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Ensures a safe and effective working environment; monitors and/or revises the department safety plan and/or any specific accreditation/regulatory required safety guidelines, including infection control principles. Monitors and confirms staff maintain their required credentials that demonstrate competency per accrediting agency or department guidelines as applicable.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses and optimizes information systems to enhance operations; supports entity-specific performance improvement and data management/analysis functions.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Employs a proactive approach in the optimization of safe outcomes by monitoring and improving the department workflow, using peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and/or adverse events immediately and identifying solutions via collaboration. Adopts lean principles in driving process improvements. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Monitors self and employee compliance with policies, procedures, and System HR Standards of Practice and performs associated actions upon non-compliance (i.e., focal point review requirements, disaster plan, in-services, influenza immunization, wage and hour, standard hours, timely termination submission, timely timecard approval, etc.).</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Prepares measurable goals and objectives that are consistent with Houston Methodist priorities, and develops action plans for achieving goals, incorporating collaborative efforts when appropriate.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Assists in the development of department budget and ensures that the department operates in a cost effective manner. Manages/audits department expenses within approved budget parameters, ensuring that the department meets the budgeted/flex revenue and/or expense targets on a monthly and annual basis. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and staffing needs, developing others to do the same, through optimizing productivity, supply/resource efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime and overtime percentage, and other areas according to department specifications.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Plans coverage of unit to maximize presence of management and staff. Develops staffing plans and schedules to meet department/patient care needs that reflect understanding of the importance of cost-effectiveness.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Identifies and implements innovative solutions for practice or workflow changes to improve department operations or other department-specific measures by leading unit projects and/or other department/system directed shared governance activities. Supports change initiatives, maintaining effectiveness when experiencing major changes in work responsibilities or environment; adjusts effectively to work within new work structures, processes, requirements or cultures.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Proactively evaluates processes; recommends and implements action plan(s) for change; follows through to ensure effective, sustainable change. Participates in the development and implementation of new procedures and the review and revision of existing procedures.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Identifies opportunities and takes action to build strategic relationships between one's area and other areas, teams, departments, and units to achieve business goals.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Seeks opportunities to identify developmental needs of self and staff and takes appropriate action. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Completes and updates the individual development plan (IDP) on an on-going basis. Conducts conversations with staff on their development and IDP.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree or higher in Nursing</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>Three years' experience in nursing, one year in a progressive leadership role in healthcare; for HM internal, two years' experience in nursing which includes HM performance that demonstrates leadership abilities, i.e. charge nurse responsibilities.</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR</li>
<li>RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND</li>
<li>Magnet - ANCC Recognized Certification within 1 year OR</li>
<li>If at HMH, must have an ANCC-recognized leadership certification within 1 year AND</li>
<li>Other credentials and certifications as defined by unit/service line </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate through a variety of channels with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles; engages the recipient(s) and helps them understand and retain the message</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the ability to interact with others in a way that gives them confidence in one's intentions and those of the organization</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to use appropriate interpersonal styles and techniques to gain acceptance of ideas or plans; modifying one's own behavior to accommodate tasks, situations and individuals involved</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates leadership qualities and critical thinking through self-direction initiative and effective interpersonal skills and oral/written communication skills</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to identify and understand issues, problems and opportunities, comparing data from different sources to draw conclusions; using effective approaches for choosing a course of action or developing appropriate solutions; taking action that is consistent with available facts, constraints and probable consequences</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to work effectively in a fast paced environment</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates flexibility and adaptability in the workplace</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates problem solving skills to include investigation, identification of cause(s) and development of corrective action</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform No</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional Yes</li>
<li>Other (department approved) No</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* Yes</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
</ul>
Candidates who submit interest via a third-party quick apply process are not considered formal applicants until a complete application has been submitted on our career site. We will review your interest but recommend to apply at houstonmethodistcareers.org
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Sugar Land Hospital is committed to leading medicine by delivering the Houston Methodist standard of unparalleled quality, safety, service and innovation to patients in Fort Bend County and surrounding areas. With more than 1,300 affiliated physicians and 2,900 employees, Houston Methodist Sugar Land offers access to the most innovative care available, including comprehensive cancer care; neuroscience and spine care; orthopedics and sports medicine; heart and vascular care; women’s services; childbirth center with level III NICU; bariatric and digestive care; and advanced imaging — all backed by our focus on healing people today and offering hope for tomorrow
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Nurse Manager - Operating Room

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Sr Staff Registered Nurse (RN) position is responsible for functioning as an advanced clinician at the Proficient level according to Benner's model of clinical practice. The Sr Staff RN position provides professional direct patient nursing care to a diverse patient population, which may include patients with varied and complex needs, and is considered an expert in a specialty. Besides conducting nursing assessments, assisting with exams and treatment and maintenance of medical records, this position assists in coaching and mentoring department staff in areas of clinical and professional practice. Role modeling compassionate communication with physicians and the interprofessional health care team, the Sr Staff RN position assumes leadership responsibilities with high level contributions in the department and across the institution. Responsibilities for this position may include but are not limited to leading department clinical activities, assessing department needs related to practice and improvement opportunities, serving as a clinical resource for department staff and coordinating department education in partnership with management.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Identifies staff development opportunities for professional growth of colleagues, provides coaching to meet identified goals. Acts as a model and coaches staff in effective verbal, non-verbal and written communication, which includes active listening and teaching. Provides oversight for new employee preceptorships.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Collaborates to foster healthy relationships in the work environment such as mitigation of conflict. Advocates for a balanced workload, promotes positive behaviors, and peer-to-peer accountability.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Improves nurse satisfaction by serving as a role model and mentor, facilitating teamwork with RNs, non-licensed and interprofessional staff. Drives improvement of department scores for employee engagement, i.e., peer-to-peer accountability.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Role models the patient and family-centered care standards, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Mentors others regarding specialty populations. Audits plan of care. Practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Develops, updates, and communicates plan of care, including discharge/disposition, in partnership with the patient, family and interprofessional health care team, using the nursing process. Prioritizes care based on the patient's needs, abilities, and preferences. Advocates on patient/family's behalf to identify and resolve clinical and ethical concerns. Develops appropriate resources and supports department practices and guidelines.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Develops and implements effective patient teaching strategies based on learning needs; uses appropriate resources, incorporating planning for care after discharge/disposition. Consistently evaluates the patient's comprehension and adapts teaching methods accordingly.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Drives department activities to improve department score for patient satisfaction, through peer-to-peer accountability to service standards.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Models the standards of care related to the nursing process, as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Provides care as the staff nurse leader to complex patients and leads the interprofessional health care team in implementing plan of care. Anticipates/prevents and recognize/resolves early declines in patient condition and emergent situations. Manages assignment of complex patients and other department demands. Identifies areas of practice improvements with research-based evidence to achieve quality measures and patient safety outcomes, supported by accurate documentation and patient teaching.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Models the standards related to regulatory requirements and professional practice as outlined in the Houston Methodist Professional Nursing Practice document. Role models highly developed assessment, clinical documentation, leadership, and analytical skills; integrates and contributes to professional practice standards, policies, procedures, protocols and leads improvements in patient safety-related processes at department or service line level. Contributes to development of service line and clinical standards and guidelines.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Partners on initiatives to improve quality and safety scores, through peer-to-peer accountability, reporting near misses and identifying solutions by collaborating with the interprofessional team. Role models situational awareness, using teachable moments to improve safety.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Models independent time management effectively and prioritization of daily tasks, minimizing incidental overtime. Actively participates in the stewardship and efficient utilization of resources and needs including capital and operational budget needs.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Implements department strategies to achieve financial target and mentors others to do the same through timely documentation of care, optimizing efficiency, minimizing incidental overtime, and other areas according to department specifications.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
<ul>
<li>Identifies opportunities for practice changes and performance improvement. Investigates and incorporates evidence-based practices which are presented to department and leadership. Supports change initiatives and adapts to unexpected changes.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Champions new care pathways or service line implementations to improve care to the community. Identifies trends for improvement opportunities or practice changes and supports initiatives. Researches the change and presents options to appropriate clinical leadership.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Expands individual nursing knowledge and coaches staff to grow in knowledge, abilities, skills, and attitudes. Ensures own career discussions occur with appropriate management. Serves as the clinical resource. Develops and disseminates, as appropriate, informational/educational resources and programs designed to improve quality and professional practice. Completes and updates My Development plan on an on-going basis.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
<ul>
<li>Bachelor's degree or higher from an accredited school of nursing OR Associate's degree from an accredited school of nursing with an additional two years of nursing experience (in addition to the minimum experience requirements listed below)</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>Three years of nursing experience</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>One year in specialty preferred</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
<ul>
<li>RN - Registered Nurse - Texas State Licensure and/or Compact State Licensure within 60 days OR</li>
<li>RN-Temp - Registered Nurse - Temporary State Licensure within 60 days AND</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) AND</li>
<li>Other credentials and certifications as defined by department/service line </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Strong assessment, organizational and problem-solving skills as evidenced by capacity to prioritize multiple tasks and role components</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Ability to function independently and exercise judgment in interactions with physicians, interprofessional care team and patients and their families</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Acts as effective change agent</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses therapeutic communication to establish a relationship with patients, families and interprofessional team to collaborate on the plan of care</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses critical thinking skills and clinical judgment to work autonomously as defined by the Nurse Practice Act</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Demonstrates proficient time management skills</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Working knowledge of Microsoft products including Outlook</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform No</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) No</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* No</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area No</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Senior Staff Registered Nurse-Neuromuscular- Medical Center

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionAt Houston Methodist, the Ultrasound Technologist I position completes a variety of routine diagnostic ultrasound procedures to include common and special ultrasound exams of moderate complexity. This position provides direct assistance to physicians with all diagnostic and special ultrasound procedures. This Ultrasound Technologist I position delivers exceptional patient care and adheres to ultrasound exam standards and guidelines established by governing agencies to ensure optimal patient safety and customer service. This position is a member of the direct patient care team.PEOPLE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Promotes a positive work environment and contributes to a dynamic, team focused work unit that actively helps one another to achieve optimal department results. Collaborates with all members of the patient care team by actively communicating and reporting pertinent patient care information and data in a comprehensive manner.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses peer-to-peer accountability towards department goals for retention and employee engagement.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Communicates effectively with others to facilitate providing the highest quality service during every customer and patient encounter.</li>
</ul>
 SERVICE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Performs diagnostic ultrasound procedures to include common and special ultrasound exams. Ultrasound exams use high-frequency sound waves to capture images.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Proactively assesses, identifies and responds to the needs of the patient for adjustment or intervention to optimize patient care, image quality and patient experience. This includes: positioning, physiology, procedure preparation, and technical factors. Modifies technical factors to achieve desired imaging results and recognizes complications and limitations associated with certain procedures.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides direct assistance to physicians during diagnostic or special procedures, including assisting with sterile technique.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Provides accurate explanations and instructions to patients and family members at an appropriate level utilizing verbal and non-verbal skills, terminology and language.</li>
</ul>
 QUALITY/SAFETY ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Follows safety standards and conducts all imaging procedures accordingly. Maintains proper sterile techniques for procedures, regularly practices aseptic techniques, and ensures compliance with infection control procedures. Complies with job role, department and hospital safety standards, practices and policies.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Reports ¿near misses¿ and inputs errors promptly into appropriate hospital patient safety reporting system to improve processes and identify trends. Contributes to identification of corrective actions and improvement activities, and contributes to meeting department and hospital targets for quality and safety.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Performs daily imaging equipment quality control (QC) ensuring all imaging equipment is in safe working order prior to use. Reports any malfunctions to management and regularly practices preventive maintenance procedures; calls for service if needed.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Utilizes critical thinking skills to observe and proactively address patient reactions (i.e. medications) or potential outcomes and obtains assistance, as appropriate.</li>
</ul>
 FINANCE ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS 
<ul>
<li>Provides accurate and complete documentation of patient procedures. Enters charges at the time service is delivered.</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Uses resources efficiently; does not waste supplies. Self-motivated to independently manage time effectively and prioritize daily tasks.</li>
</ul>
 GROWTH/INNOVATION ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
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<li>Participates in department projects or shared governance activities. Assumes responsibility for growth and development by participating in in-services programs and continuing education.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Seeks opportunities to expand learning beyond baseline competencies with a focus on continual development as a Technologist.</li>
</ul>
 This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive; the employee will also perform other reasonably related business/job duties as assigned. Houston Methodist reserves the right to revise job duties and responsibilities as the need arises.EDUCATION 
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<li>Graduate of education program approved by the credentialing body for the required credential(s) indicated below in the Certifications, Licenses and Registrations section.</li>
</ul>
 WORK EXPERIENCE 
<ul>
<li>None</li>
</ul>
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS - REQUIRED 
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<li>RDMS-OB - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - OB/GYN (ARDMS) OR</li>
<li>RDMS-AB - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Abdomen (ARDMS) OR</li>
<li>RDMS-BR - Registered Diagnostic Medical Sonographer - Breast (ARDMS) -- Breast (BR) credential earned prior to June 30, 2010 will be accepted as referenced in ACR guidelines OR</li>
<li>ARRT-SON - Radiologic Technologist - Sonography (ARRT) AND</li>
<li>NOTE: If functioning solely as a Breast Ultrasound Tech then either one of the above credentials or American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography (ARDMS- BR), or Breast (BR) credential earned prior to June 30, 2010 will be accepted as referenced in American College of Radiology guidelines; must obtain American Registry for Diagnostic Sonography- Breast (ARDMS- BR) registry by the end of the month following 18 months of hire/transfer date if does not already have AND</li>
<li>BLS - Basic Life Support (AHA) </li>
</ul>
KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES 
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<li>Demonstrates the skills and competencies necessary to safely perform the assigned job, determined through on-going skills, competency assessments, and performance evaluations</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li>Sufficient proficiency in speaking, reading, and writing the English language necessary to perform the essential functions of this job, especially with regard to activities impacting patient or employee safety or security</li>
</ul>
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<li>Ability to effectively communicate with patients, physicians, family members and co-workers in a manner consistent with a customer service focus and application of positive language principles</li>
</ul>
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<li>Possesses basic computer knowledge; operates multiple computer systems to include, Hospital / Radiology Information Systems and Office software to maintain patient and exam documents.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Exhibits strong interpersonal and team player skills with all levels of the healthcare team and assures delivery of excellent customer service to all patients, visitors, physicians and co-workers.</li>
</ul>
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<li>Adapts to multiple ongoing priorities with minimal supervision including, organizing work flow and actively participating in problem-solving.</li>
</ul>
SUPPLEMENTAL REQUIREMENTS 
WORK ATTIRE 
<ul>
<li>Uniform No</li>
<li>Scrubs Yes</li>
<li>Business professional No</li>
<li>Other (department approved) Yes</li>
</ul>
ON-CALL* *Note that employees may be required to be on-call during emergencies (ie. DIsaster, Severe Weather Events, etc) regardless of selection below. 
<ul>
<li>On Call* Yes</li>
</ul>
TRAVEL** **Travel specifications may vary by department** 
<ul>
<li>May require travel within the Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
<li>May require travel outside Houston Metropolitan area Yes</li>
</ul>
Company Profile:
Houston Methodist Specialty Physician Group is an integral part of Houston Methodist’s overall strategy to become one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. Established as a nonprofit corporation certified by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners, the Specialty Physician Group enables physicians to maintain autonomy with respect to clinical practice while growing their practice within an academic environment.
Houston Methodist is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Equal employment opportunity is a sound and just concept to which Houston Methodist is firmly bound. Houston Methodist will not engage in discrimination against or harassment of any person employed or seeking employment with Houston Methodist on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law. VEVRAA Federal Contractor – priority referral Protected Veterans requested.
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Ultrasound Technologist I - OBGYN (Sugar Land)

<h3>Job Description</h3>
Job DescriptionOverview To be part of our organization, every employee should understand and share in the YNHHS Vision, support our Mission, and live our Values. These values - integrity, patient-centered, respect, accountability, and compassion - must guide what we do, as individuals and professionals, every day. As an integral member of the Yale New Haven Health System (YNHHS) healthcare team, the Registered Professional Nurse (RN) upholds the YNHHS mission, vision, values and strategic initiatives to provide the highest level of patient centered care. The RN practices professional nursing as a registered nurse within the legal and ethical framework established by the Connecticut Nurse Practice Act, American Nurses Association Scope and Standards for Nursing Practice, ANA Code of Ethics for Nurses and the YNHHS Professional Practice Model. The professional role of the RN is exemplified by the qualities of leadership, delegation, collaboration, effective communication, ensuring quality outcomes. YNHHS nurses practice in a framework outlined in our professional practice model, which states, "Achieving outcomes through Autonomy and Accountability". We value Nursing Professional Governance, and use evidence and data to support our practice with the patient and family at the center, always. The RN provides care that: * Establishes and maintains a therapeutic relationship with the patient and family encompasses an understanding and integration of cultural and diversity into practice * Includes communicating and working collaboratively with the patient, family and health care team members * Includes respecting the patient's values, preferences, expressed needs and knowledge of the healthcare situation in holistic data collection, in formulating health care outcomes and in the evaluation process. EEO/AA/Disability/Veteran Responsibilities 1. STANDARDS OF PRACTICE RN practice is guided by the ANA Scope and Standards of Practice (2015). The Standards of Practice describe a competent level of nursing care as demonstrated by utilizing the nursing process components of assessment, diagnosis, outcomes identification, planning, implementation and evaluation. Assessment: The registered nurse collects pertinent data and information relative to the healthcare consumer's health or situation Diagnosis: The RN analyzes the assessment data to determine the actual and potential diagnoses or the issues. Outcomes Identification: The RN identifies expected outcomes for a plan individualized to the healthcare consumer or the situation. Planning: The RN develops and modifies a plan of care that prescribes strategies and alternatives to attain expected outcomes. Implementation: The RN implements the identified plan. Coordination of Care: The RN coordinates care delivery and transitions in care. Health Teaching and Health Promotion: The RN employs strategies to promote health and a safe environment. Evaluation: The RN evaluates progress toward attainment of outcomes. 2. STANDARDS OF PROFESSIONAL PERFORMANCE The ANA Standards of Professional Performance (2015) describe a competent level of behavior in the professional role, including activities related to: ethics, culturally congruent practice, communication, collaboration, leadership, education, evidence-based practice and research, quality of practice professional practice evaluation, resource utilization and environmental health. The RN is expected to engage in professional role activities, including leadership, appropriate to their education and position. The RN is accountable to for their professional actions to themselves, their healthcare consumers, their peers and ultimately to society. Ethics: The RN practices ethically. Culturally congruent practice: The RN practices in a manner that is congruent with cultural diversity and inclusion principles. Communication: The RN communicates effectively in all areas of practice Collaboration: The RN collaborates with healthcare consumer and other key stakeholders in the conduct of nursing practice. Leadership: The RN leads within the professional practice setting and the profession. Education: the RN seeks knowledge and competence that reflects current nursing practice and promotes futuristic thinking. Evidence-Based Practice and Research: The RN integrates evidence and research findings into practice Quality of Practice: The RN contributes to quality nursing practice. Professional Practice Evaluation: The RN evaluates owns' and others' nursing practice. Resource Utilization: The RN utilizes appropriate resources to plan provide and sustain evidence-based nursing services that are safe, effective and fiscally responsible Environmental Health: The RN practices in an environmentally safe and healthy manner. Qualifications EDUCATION Graduation from an accredited school of nursing. BSN preferred. All newly hired registered nurses must have current BCLS certification or must obtain within one month of hire. EXPERIENCE Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. LICENSURE Licensed and a currently registered nurse in the State of Connecticut. Clinical specialty certification highly encouraged. SPECIAL SKILLS Registered Nurse is the foundational job description for all RNs. All RNs are encouraged to advance through the SPIRE clinical advancement program. 3-5 years ER or ICU experience. PHYSICAL DEMAND Requires prolonged standing; walking; use of sight, hearing, and touch. May be exposed to infectious diseases. Will be exposed to physical, mental and emotional illness as well as end of life conditions and death. Moderate stress and risk of injury from patient care. Standing/walking for more than half of the day. Frequently bending, reaching, pushing, pulling, twisting and lifting. Must be able to assist pushing/pulling/lifting patients ranging from five (5) to three hundred (300) pounds. YNHHS Requisition ID 145435]]&gt;

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